dgoodhue Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 For those of you who have replaced your struts, are you needing to replace any other suspension parts because they are worn out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandon.mol Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 Its good to tip your top hats every once in a while. Bazinga. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBPeik Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 when I did my suspension the top hats were ok. That being said they were real dirty and had road crud all up in them. I made sure to give them a real good cleaning before reassembly. Just a good idea to check them as Brandon^ suggested. My someday I will be done with it thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 are koni's monotube or a twintube? Front insert part number is 8610-XXXX and rear shock is 8010-XXXX. Both twin-tube. You can easily confirm this by collapsing the damper rods with so little force needed, and the rod not springing back out on it's own. http://www.koni-shock-absorbers.co.uk/images/identifying.gif Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 ^^^ I could have sworn reading they were monotube. Sorry. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandon.mol Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 (edited) Has anyone confirmed that 4th Gen front lower control arms will work on a 5th gen? I've seen this post from fahr_side: http://legacygt.com/forums/showpost....&postcount=208 Just not sure how certain that "should" is. I'm asking because my front right LCA may be bent (by 0.3 inch rearward, somehow), and if I have to replace it, the Spec-B or JDM aluminum WRX part may be a good option if it fits AND works. Both sides would get replaced in that case. I don't want to bend one again, so something stronger is the point. Unsprung weight reduction is a bonus. Thoughts? Edited April 15, 2015 by brandon.mol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GravityGear Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 Front insert part number is 8610-XXXX and rear shock is 8010-XXXX. Both twin-tube. You can easily confirm this by collapsing the damper rods with so little force needed, and the rod not springing back out on it's own. http://www.koni-shock-absorbers.co.uk/images/identifying.gif Thanks. There's the difference between the Bilstein and the Koni pricing. Better control with the Bilsteins. Due to the Bilsteins being monotube, I would say they are well worth the $1k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 I don't necessarily think monotube is inherently better, but it's partly a matter of taste. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khaos_65 Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 subscribed awesome thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boosted balls Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 So I'm about to order koni inserts and eibach springs. My car is a 2011 2.5i. A lot of what I see as far as fitment leads me to believe that there is a difference in fitment for the springs for 2010-2012 and 2013-2014. Is this correct? I would hate to tear this car apart just to find out that the parts dont fit my 2011 strut housings. "Eibach Spring Set. Model # 7722.140. 4 spring set. Eibach Spring Set. Model # 7722.140 4 spring set. For 2010 and 2011 Subaru LEGACY models." I don't want to lower the car more than an inch because the wife will surely destroy the front bumper cover again.($1000 including paint) I'm looking for firm but not too aggressive feel. Am I on the right track here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 (edited) You will be all set with those Eibachs. 2010-2014 OEM springs and shocks are physically and dimensionally the same, only the spring rate and damper calving is different. And you want Koni's for 2008+ WRX fitment, front 8610-1453S and rear 8010-1055S. If you need any pointers or assistance before or while you do the install, let me know. Edited April 24, 2015 by GTEASER GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peacesells Posted April 27, 2015 Share Posted April 27, 2015 Did he bislten kit ever make it to production? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted April 27, 2015 Share Posted April 27, 2015 Yes, in August or September of 2013 I think. And people either love them or hate them. RCE still has a few sets for about $999. For a while they were discounted to $799. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peacesells Posted April 27, 2015 Share Posted April 27, 2015 Yes, in August or September of 2013 I think. And people either love them or hate them. RCE still has a few sets for about $999. For a while they were discounted to $799. I always wanted to do this kit on my 2.5 for awhile. im tempted on doing this. how is the ride on the kit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peacesells Posted April 27, 2015 Share Posted April 27, 2015 I always wanted to do this kit on my 2.5 for awhile. im tempted on doing this. how is the ride on the kit? Was looking for more i guess smoothness. i know the sway bars are must as well so im just more looking into a road trip type suspension Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandon.mol Posted April 27, 2015 Share Posted April 27, 2015 If you want smoothness then OEM is for you. There is endless discussion about the pros and con's of the Bilsteins vs konis vs OEM/kyb. I've been very vocal about it, following my experience with swapping springs. So go grab a beer and start reading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncfree Posted April 28, 2015 Share Posted April 28, 2015 Has anyone tried out the ISC Suspension coils yet? I don't see them listed on the first page. They're at $986.00 through ISC right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zee199969 Posted April 28, 2015 Share Posted April 28, 2015 Has anyone tried out the ISC Suspension coils yet? I don't see them listed on the first page. They're at $986.00 through ISC right now. islandborn is running a set from ISC My "Build" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandborn Posted April 28, 2015 Share Posted April 28, 2015 Has anyone tried out the ISC Suspension coils yet? I don't see them listed on the first page. They're at $986.00 through ISC right now. Yup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncfree Posted April 29, 2015 Share Posted April 29, 2015 Yup. How you liking them? Worth the money? And what setup did you get? Street, street sport, or track? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATeamGT Posted April 29, 2015 Share Posted April 29, 2015 Looking for some help: Had swift springs on stock suspension and after 2 summers couldn't take it anymore (I don't drive much, but it was getting bad after 4,000 kms) Decided to go with BC coils after reading reviews and considering price, etc. Installed last week, and while things are technically improved over the swift/OEM combination, I still feel like the entire car (comfort, handling, control) is missing something and quite frankly I feel as if something is wrong. Perhaps it is just my expectations associated with the BC coils (assuming they would magically fix everything with the poor handling), but I am not sure what to do? Any suggestions are greatly appreciated! Some Additional Info: 2012 GT ~30,000km Whiteline rear sway 19" OZ Superleggera with 245/40ZR19 Sumitomo HRT Z III * have yet to do an alignment because I am debating whether I am happy with the ride height Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted April 29, 2015 Share Posted April 29, 2015 Inexpensive coilovers are not the answer. If you like the ride height of the Swifts, I think an H&R/Koni combo would be solid for you and perform better than the inexpensive coilovers. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandon.mol Posted April 29, 2015 Share Posted April 29, 2015 yet to do an alignment because I am debating whether I am happy with the ride height ^^^ This. Get a proper alignment, then come back. Your toe is out to lunch, I can pretty much guarantee that. Do BCs have adjustable rebound damping? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GravityGear Posted April 29, 2015 Share Posted April 29, 2015 ^^^ This. Get a proper alignment, then come back. Your toe is out to lunch, I can pretty much guarantee that. Do BCs have adjustable rebound damping? Compression only and it's marginal from click to click with large jumps between some clicks and no changes between others. Rebound is only found on 2-way systems. Big $$$$ for rebound adjustments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted April 29, 2015 Share Posted April 29, 2015 Big $$$$ for rebound adjustments. That's why Koni's are the bomb!!! GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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